The atmosphere in the Imperial Palace in Beijing was very intense. Although a large number of soldiers were still fighting in Liaodong, the palace was celebrating the victory with great fanfare.
Various dramas were staged, creating a sea of joy.
The emperor was unconvinced.
Because the same is true in Beijing as a whole.
No matter whether they were men, women, old or young, rich or poor, they did not delay this Chinese New Year day. In other words, it was even more lively than the Chinese New Year.
The Ministry of Revenue even proposed to use a sum of money to hold a light show to announce this moment of victory.
However, many people expressed regret that although they attacked Huanglong directly, they failed to capture the Manchu Emperor, resulting in further trouble.
However, the cabinet remained calm and agreed on a plan to garrison 50,000 troops.
That is to say, 50,000 troops are stationed throughout Liaodong, and an additional 50,000 militia are being recruited to truly embrace the entire Liaodong Province.
The cost is a large amount of food burden and consumption of money and food.
Although the Little Ice Age is about to pass, there are still remnants of it, and Liaodong is still in a state where food and clothing are barely enough.
What's more, although the Manchu Qing's retreat to the north was hasty, it was very decisive.
A conservative estimate is that at least nearly 200,000 to 300,000 people have left Liaodong.
And you must know that the entire Liaodong is only about two million, and the part that left includes many young people.
The Han people also suffered heavy casualties. After years of conquest and exploitation, the people were no different than serfs, and the population growth was extremely slow.
At this point, Liaodong has become a burden and is completely unable to be self-sufficient.
If it were like the Manchu Qing Dynasty, it would have to establish feudal serfdom and exploit a large amount of Han people's food rations to maintain a strong army.
But at this time, the people were different.
If it is a foreign race, the Han people can only swallow their anger, but if their own court comes back, they will definitely cry out.
Public opinion was gathered from the people, then conveyed to the gentry, then reflected to the officialdom, and finally reached the center of the imperial court collectively.
It’s impossible that if you become your own person, your life won’t be as good as before, right?
Wasn't Liaodong recovered in vain?
The imperial court couldn't afford to shame such a person, and the emperor also wanted to lose face.
Therefore, after some calculations, the imperial court needed to support Liaodong with two million shi of grain and one million yuan of silver every year, and then continue to immigrate to make it self-sufficient.
"It has to be immigrants, lots of immigrants!"
Yan Chongxin gritted his teeth and said: "The population in Shandong is extremely crowded. Two million people can immigrate in ten years, completely shaping Liaodong and making it the real arm of the Ming Dynasty."
“Let’s not talk about immigration for now.”
But the emperor waved his hand and asked: "What's going on with the Horqin Department? Is there no response yet?"
"Your Majesty, the Horqin tribe is dead set on marrying the Manchus."
"Then destroy it!"
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Chen Yongfu entered the city through the open gate, dismounted from his horse in front of the ramp inside the wall, and walked up to the city.
Climbing to the top of the high city, the land outside and countless houses in the city are under your feet. Everything is in full view. As the sight broadens, Chen Yongfu's mind is also broadened.
Troops of soldiers and horses entered the city like a flood and were spreading throughout the streets in the city.
The black smoke from the fierce fire burning in the air is filling the air, like gunpowder smoke, entangling this rich and magnificent city. In the sky, there are pavilions, pavilions, and iron horse soldiers.
Looking further into the distance, the fields and crops are green in spring. Between the beautiful mountains and clear waters, the vast land has no visible edges.
"The great rivers and mountains are finally restored today."
Li Chengdong followed him in a few steps and couldn't help but sigh.
This immediately destroyed the artistic conception, and Chen Yongfu couldn't help but roll his eyes.
"How will the court deal with those prisoners?"
Li Chengdong asked, then laughed again: "No, how do you plan to deal with these Han troops?"
"Although they are a group of prisoners, they were once ours after all."
"Everyone was captured for their own reasons, and there are all kinds of strange things. Some were forced to land by their superiors, some were captured after defeat, and some were captured after breaking away from the army..."
"alright!"
Chen Yongfu raised his hand and said, "Let's watch it for a while and then talk."
"These people still need to be screened. If they can be used, they can be used. If they can't, forget it. We don't lack this manpower."
Later, Li Yingren also walked up.
According to the imperial court's plan, he will serve as the commander-in-chief of Liaodong and be responsible for guarding the entire Liaodong Province.
But obviously, during the Korean War, he did not show his due style, and this position was not secure.
He didn't ask for anything, just the position of earl.
Because the Earl is the Spyker, the inheritance will no longer decrease after the Baron.
"Bah, you bitch, what are you looking at? Why don't you get over here quickly?"
Outside Shengjing City.
Cao Xi looked up at the sky and looked around. There was a wilderness here.
Originally there were many villagers living there, but now there are no lights within a radius, and the arrival of the army scared the people away.
Surrounded by simple tents, the old tarpaulins were eroded by wind and rain, and the vegetation was stained by fireworks. There were no exquisite lanterns or beautiful lamps, only crude bonfires and torches.
Under the dark night sky, everything seemed to have returned to the barbaric era, rough and crude.
A ray of light in the north is extremely bright, as if there is a huge light calling in the distance, it is the light of Shengjing City.
It is a prosperous and prosperous city. Even if you are far away from it, you can still imagine the bright lights and warmth there from the light.
And although he did not become a prisoner, he was no different from a prisoner. All the weapons and equipment were confiscated, except for his clothes.
He was very frightened in his heart.
The original plan to surrender was not carried out, and the entire Shengjing City was handed over to the Ming Army intact, and they, the Eight Banners Han Army, became the food of others.
A prisoner of no value whatsoever.
He still doesn't understand that there are still more than 10,000 Eight Banners Han troops left. How did Hauge have the courage to betray them?
"nothing!"
Cao Xi shook his head and could only lower his head helplessly and sort out the stones under him.
"Humph, Jiannu, you still dare to sleep? Get up and continue picking up stones!"
Not far away, a big man with a torch and eyes like copper bells angrily threw a stone directly at his head.
Cao Xi dodged it nimbly, but Cao Xi could only compromise, his eyes full of anger.
This person is his domestic slave, a domestic slave bought from the market.
But something changed at this time. The Ming army released all slaves from their bonds and became free.
At this time, the whole Shengjing City was jubilant.
Millions of slaves throughout Liaodong became good citizens almost at a speed visible to the naked eye.
There were even rumors among the yamen that the land they farmed would be evenly distributed among them.
This is called land to the tiller.
At this time, the Eight Banners of the Han Army were counterattacked and became prisoners of their subordinates. Everyone wanted to live and die for their flesh.
Everyone supports Ming Dynasty crazily.
Cao Xi understood that the Manchus would never come back.